The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 975:

The phrase “extra bold” stuck with Ethan, replaying in his head. Brenna turned heads everywhere, even on an ordinary day. Since she’d gone to such effort today with her makeup, was she meeting a man?

Without another word, Ethan turned and stepped into the elevator, his mood sour.

Left behind, Lorna let out a sigh and settled back at her desk, while Greta left to grab lunch with the others.

As soon as the office emptied, Lorna typed out a quick message to Brenna.

“Brenna, Mr. Mitchell is probably on his way to find you. I told him, as you instructed, that you went for lunch nearby, but I didn’t mention which restaurant.”

Brenna’s reply came right away. “Got it.”

lit up. This was the fifth time Ethan had called her, and she simply let it

me, are you Miss Harper?” A shadow fell across her

took in his refined style—black wool coat, plaid scarf, and the

her seat, offering a friendly greeting. “That’s right, I’m Brenna Harper. You

graduate with a master’s degree from Northride University in Orwall, he had returned to the country not long ago and was now working at a financial firm, earning an annual salary of around three million. Both of his parents had decent jobs. While his background didn’t quite measure up to the

lips as she gestured to the seat across from her. “Please, take a seat. It’s a pleasure to meet you. I’ve already

aside with practiced grace. Catching a warm look in his eyes, Brenna felt herself relax. Even if Ethan were still

gentleman should be the first to arrive. The

what’s new

was polite and gentlemanly, and Brenna’s impression

particularly skilled at small talk

replied. “He’s at the Shirie Police Department; he’s good at what he does. If you ever need a favor from him, don’t hesitate to ask me for help. Big or small, I’ll help however I can.”